Who do you think are the top 10 Asian celebrities today? Most of these names are surely familiar but you might want to take a closer look and make sure that you did not miss out on their popular shows, movies or stunts!
Amitabh Bachan
Amitabh Bachan is probably going to be one of the most remembered Asians for a long time. He was BBC’s Greatest Star of the Millennium and his contribution to the world of film is truly amazing.
Bruce Lee
Bruce Lee is indeed a legendary Asian celebrity who opened a lot of opportunities for other Asians in the field of action and martial arts. With his film Big Boss and martial arts style Jeet-Kun do, Bruce Lee is among the Asian superstars people all over the world won’t forget.
Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan makes a perfect combination of action and comedy in his films. Notable for his stunts and notorious for his anxiety of the English language, he has made dozens of internationally acclaimed movies like Jackie Chan’s First Strike, among many others.
Yao Ming
Yao Ming is among the tallest well-known Asian celebrities. With his career as a basketball player of the NBA, people have seen his journey from being an amateur to a professional in the sport.
Jet Li
Jet Li is another Chinese action star that has made it big in show business. His impeccable speed and gracefulness, this martial arts champion has won the hearts of Asians and non-Asians alike. Movies like Once Upon a Time in China, Romeo Must Die, The One and The Mummy are among Li’s greatest films.
Ichiro Suzuki
Ichiro Suzuki’s name is among the greatest when it comes to the Major League Baseball. He is well-known for his batting records that are extraordinary and his work ethic that is simply fantastic.
Lucy Liu
Lucy Liu is among the stars of the movie Charlie’s Angels. Although she had other movies and TV appearances, Charlie’s Angels is by far her most popular work. Known for her light and sexy built and distinct Asian appeal, she remains to be the hottest among Asian women as well.
Maggie Quigley
Maggie Q or Maggie Quigley is another famous Asian celebrity who has been a well-known fashion model and TV host for some time now. She made it big in the movies too when she became part of the movie Rush Hour 2 as well as Mission Impossible III.
Michelle Yeoh
Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian beauty who became known for her role in the movie Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. She was also in the movie, The Mummy III with stars Brendan Fraser and Jet Li. She speaks English very well and is known for her elegance.
Song Hye Kyo
Song Hye Kyo of Korea is getting quite popular. One of the biggest if not the most popular star in South Korea, Song’s beautiful face and petite body are a perfect match for all sorts of endorsements and advertisements. She can act very well also.
